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In-House Design: Careers & Advice
Find tips specifically for the unique challenges faced by in-house designers working for creative departments within corporations, organizations, businesses and educational institutions. If you work in-house, you may sometimes feel a bit out of place in corporate environments or in settings where you are the lone designer on staff. Get advice from in-house experts and learn how to navigate the corporate waters and maintain your creativity and design inspiration along the way. Plus, find tips for communicating the value of design to decision-makers.
Learn to Love Your Job
Most of us spend at least eight hours a day at work, so there’s a good reason to change things if professional satisfaction has eluded you. Here are five tips to get you started.
Managing a Difficult Boss
No one wants to give up a terrific position because of a bad boss, especially when there’s fierce competition for work. Here are common managerial types.
How to Deliver Unpleasant News
No one wants to receive bad news at work, but delivering it is often worse. Following are suggestions on when and how to deliver unsavory news to your boss.
Networking: The Good, the Bad and the Ugly
Networking often conjures up images of overly zealous extroverts handing out dozens of business cards. Yet savvy self-promoters know that making contacts isn’t a numbers game but a matter of forging long-term relationships. By building a loyal and supportive cadre of contacts, they’re able to get the inside scoop on job leads and obtain referrals that help them make smooth transitions throughout their careers.
7 Ways to Overcome Creative Barriers
Following are 7 strategies for overcoming in-house design challenges and enhancing creative freedom.
Prepping for Brainstorming Sessions
While preparing for a brainstorming session may seem counterintuitive, a little forethought can help you produce ideas more effectively by framing the discussion from the outset.
Instant Messaging Etiquette
The following tips can help you make the most of instant messaging and avoid annoying those on the other end.
Disconnecting While on Vacation
If you’re like many creatives, you may have difficulty relinquishing your work duties while you’re out of the office. Here are some tips to help ensure a stress-free vacation.
How to Win Back a Lost Client
Whether you’ve actually ended a relationship with a client or simply feel the two of you are growing a part, there are ways to rebuild the bond.
Succession Strategies: Who Will Fill Your Shoes?
A formal succession planning program has benefits that extend beyond crisis management. Following are some tips for developing an effective succession strategy.
